Gothic novel
| Gothic novel | |
|---|---|
| Stylistic origins | Romanticism, Medieval romance, Enlightenment |
| Cultural origins | 18th century England |
| Subgenres | |
| Female Gothic, Gothic romance | |
The Gothic novel is a genre of literature that combines elements of both horror and romance, typically featuring haunted settings, supernatural events, and an atmosphere of mystery and suspense. Emerging in the 18th century, the Gothic novel became highly influential in shaping modern horror and dark romance literature. It often explores themes of power, isolation, family curses, and human psychology, particularly fear and obsession.[1][2][3]
See Also
[change | change source]References
[change | change source]- ↑ Mukherjee, Anusua (2024-11-07). "Newsletter on Han Kang and the Gothic novel". Frontline. Retrieved 2024-11-14.
- ↑ "Dracula (novel by Bram Stoker) | Summary, Characters, Analysis, & Facts | Britannica". www.britannica.com. 2024-10-24. Retrieved 2024-11-14.
- ↑ ""Gothictown" TV Series Adaptation of Southern Gothic Novel in Early Development at AMC". IMDb. Retrieved 2024-11-14.
Other websites
[change | change source]- British Library – Gothic literature Archived 2018-05-25 at the Wayback Machine
- https://www.gu[permanent dead link]
